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StarTech UI-8 7.1 sound card with FireWire 1394 ports

StarTech.com UI-8 7.1 Sound Card 48KHz FireWire 1394

SKU CH-PNAJ-JHFM9

A portable 7.1 sound card with 48 KHz sampling, dual FireWire 1394 ports, RCA I/O and a 3.5 mm headphone jack for mobile recording

  • Interface typeUSB
  • Part type or numberUI-8
  • Audio chipCreative
  • Audio channels7.1
  • Sample rate48 kHz
  • Line inRCA
  • 1 surround sound via Creative chipset
  • 48 kHz sample rate for clear recording
  • Two FireWire 1394 ports for reliable connection
  • 5 mm headphone jack enables live monitoring
  • USB interface with plug-and-play simplicity

Portable Guitar Interface for Mobile Recording

This StarTech.com UI-8 sound card is a compact 7.1 channel audio interface designed for guitarists who want to record directly to a smartphone or tablet. It draws power over USB and requires no driver installation, making it a simple plug-and-play solution for beginners capturing ideas on the go.

Compact Build with FireWire and USB Connectivity

The unit features two FireWire 1394 ports alongside a USB interface, plus RCA connectors for SPDIF input and output and a 3.5 mm headphone jack for real-time monitoring. Its pocket-sized chassis needs no external power supply, so it fits easily into a gig bag for live streaming or practice sessions anywhere.

48 kHz Sample Rate Defines Recording Fidelity

The fixed 48 kHz sample rate sets the ceiling for audio quality, which suits basic demo tracking and streaming but will not satisfy producers who need higher-resolution capture for professional mixing or mastering workflows.

How it compares

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Price $26.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Product lineUI-8
Part numberUI-8
Part type or numberUI-8
Audio & video
Audio chipCreative
Audio channels7.1
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB
Extra portsUSB
More details
Sample rate48 kHz
Line inRCA
Line outNo
SPDIF inRCA
SPDIF outRCA
Firewire (ieee 1394)2

Questions about this item

Does the FireWire 1394 interface limit recording to 48KHz sample rate?

Yes, the hardware tops out at 48KHz so every FireWire stream is capped at that rate regardless of the host software.

What physical connections are required to mount or attach the unit?

The box connects through two FireWire 1394 ports and a USB port; no internal brackets, rails or screws are involved.

How is the card installed and which step do users often miss?

Plug the FireWire cable into the host, connect the USB link, then enable OTG on Android before launching the recording app.

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